Dictionary term
Demon
Direct answer
Demon means a harmful or evil spiritual being in biblical, theological, and religious language, though the concept varies across cultures and traditions.
A Demon is a harmful spiritual-being term handled here as biblical and historical reference.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Also appears in
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Aliases
- evil spirit, unclean spirit, demonic force
- Last updated
- 2026-07-15
Quick reference
- Use when
- Use Demon as educational vocabulary for Scripture, theology, folklore, and spiritual discernment, never as a label to diagnose people or events.
- Do not use it for
- Do not attempt spirit contact, summoning, bargaining, binding, or amateur deliverance procedures.
- Reference category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Related terms
- Fallen Angel, Spiritual Warfare, Curse, Discernment
Deeper Almanac guide: Demons and fear loops guide. This dictionary entry is a concise definition page; the linked guide remains the long-form topic page.
The story behind Demon
Demon language developed across ancient religion, Jewish and Christian demonology, folklore, medieval literature, and modern culture.
Demon in spiritual tradition
Spiritually, Demon asks whether fear is being replaced by truth, peace, and wise support.
The Great Almanac frames Demon with educational restraint. Mystical or symbolic language may be meaningful, but it should not be exaggerated into certainty, panic, or permission to ignore ordinary responsibility.
Demon in the Bible
In the New Testament, demons are often called unclean spirits and are shown as subject to the authority of Christ.
Demon in numerology
Numerology should not be used to identify demons or create fear. Repeated-number anxiety should be grounded and tested.
Why Demon matters
Demon matters because the word can trigger fear, but careful study separates biblical language, folklore, mental-health concerns, and popular horror imagery.
Example in a reading: The Gospel accounts of Jesus confronting unclean spirits emphasize liberation and authority, not fascination with the spirits.
Interpretive caution: Do not attempt spirit contact, summoning, bargaining, binding, or amateur deliverance procedures.
How Demon is used in a reading
Use Demon as educational vocabulary for Scripture, theology, folklore, and spiritual discernment, never as a label to diagnose people or events.
Where interpretation stops
Information on Demon is presented strictly for educational, historical, and devotional purposes. Complex or sensitive spiritual topics are approached with absolute calm and balance, avoiding any ritual instructions, superstitions, or exaggerated claims. If you are experiencing distress, anxiety, or safety concerns related to these themes, we warmly encourage seeking support from trusted local pastoral, clinical, or counseling resources to ensure your well-being.
Safety note
Sources and editorial method
This concise reference separates established definitions from historical, symbolic, or interpretive claims. Entries without external references are presented as editorial summaries rather than primary-source scholarship.
The page starts with a direct definition, then separates use, example, caution, spiritual meaning, and historical context. For astrology, occult, demonology, curse, and spiritual warfare terms, the editorial rule is to explain the term without making fear-based, fatalistic, medical, legal, financial, or ritual-instruction claims.
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